U.S., April 25 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06942325) titled 'Performance and Effectiveness of a Self-fitting Over-the-counter Hearing Aid' on March 11.
Brief Summary: Hearing loss significantly affects quality of life, with sensorineural hearing loss being the most common type among adults. Hearing aids are a proven intervention, yet barriers like access and affordability limit their adoption, even in high-income countries with developed audiological services . Traditionally, hearing aids required professional consultations, restricting access. However, in 2022, the U.S. FDA approved over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, including self-fitting devices, to improve accessibility. Recent clinica...